It has been one week since Nightmare Night and DJ was still getting yelled at because of it! Any time a parent or sibling of one of the young ponies he scared saw him, they would almost instantly berating him on his behavior. At first, he was entirely apologetic for what happened, but after an entire week of getting scolded, he just gave up. He let them yell at him, answer their questions, say he was sorry, and walk off. It just got tiresome after a while. You can only get yelled at for a certain amount of time before you just stop caring. The girls were initial apart of the tirade, but they stopped after seeing DJ getting yelled at day after day, so much that even began to feel sorry for the human. One day they got together to figure out a way to cheer him up. It was Rarity who came up with the idea of taking DJ with them on their trip to Manehattan and everypony agreed that it would be a good chance for DJ to see the other places in Equestria.

When they told DJ of their plan he was ecstatic. Of course he already knew that episode, but decided to just let things flow. Might as well get used to this sorta stuff. I only know of one more episode after this one, so I just need to get used to it.They planned for days (Well, Twilight did!) and it was time to board the train. They were up early for the several hour train ride and everypony, save for Twilight, were still drowsy. Twilight had gotten Rarity's parents to watch Nyx for the week, as it was still unsafe for her to be alone at Sweet Apple Acres. DJ wished the little filly was going, but at least he had Spike to hang with while the girls talked fashion. The train arrived and they boarded, with many going straight to sleep one they were in their seats, DJ included. Several hours later, DJ was awoken by Twilight; they were almost in the big city.

DJ was in awe, especially with how close it appeared to its Earth counterpart. They were off the train soon enough and began their journey through the city, Spike trailing behind dragging Rarity's bags. DJ felt sorry for his little buddy, but he was not goin' to get roped into mess. The girls were going on about that musical they were going to later tomorrow, but then Rarity began to sing.

Usually, DJ would have paid no mind to the ponies going off and singing through a whole town, he himself had done that, but seeing it through the big city seemed...disturbing. He put out of mind and just focused on the scenery. Until Twilight pulled him out of his daydream, with a kiss thankfully. "You ok, DJ? You keep spacing out." She had that concerned look on her face that made DJ's heart swoon.

"Yeah, I'm good. This is just the first time I've ever been in a place this big. Makes me wish I could've gone to Manhattan before I left Earth."

"Manhattan? Do you mean that there is an equivalent to Manehattan on Earth?"

"OH yeah. But I think it is much bigger than this place, considering we are a more technologically advanced people. I wish I could've have seen it a few years ago though. Before everything went wrong." He did not mean to say that last part out loud, but he did and now he regretted it.

"What do ya mean, 'before everything went wrong'?," asked Applejack.

"I shouldn't say, it'll make you all cry and that is the last thing I want to do." DJ did not want to tell them what happened that fateful day over ten years ago.

"Hey, we're big ponies. We can handle anything you throw at us," replied Rainbow Dash.

"I know that Rainbow, but this...it is not meant for this or any world. It's just way too horrible." The more he told them, the more they wanted to hear. He got a small break when they needed to get Rarity to her Fashion Week NOW! Once that was taken care of, however, they went right back to pestering him. When they got back to their hotel room he finally relented, very reluctantly.

"ALRIGHT! FINE! I will tell you of one the most horrible and evil things ever done on modern Earth. Why you would want to know this, is beyond me, but don't any of you blame me when you start crying and stammering." Fluttershy 'eep'ed, but they others were enamored by this, Twilight already had her notes, but DJ told her to put them away. "No, Twilight, put your notes away. What I am about to tell you never leaves this room and there is to be no written record of it. Understand?" She nodded reluctantly and put her notes away. He took in a deep breath and began his horrid tale.

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He told them everything that happened. New York, the Pentagon, and Pennsylvania. Each story hurt more than the last. He had lost no one in the events, but this kind of evil should not be heard in this land of peace. When he finished, he finally looked up at his marefriend and his friends. It was obvious that each one was or had been crying. Fluttershy seemed to be the worst off as she was shaking and crying her eyes out in the corner. Even Rainbow was crying her eyes out on the bed, she couldn't bring herself to fly. Twilight embraced his tightly, eyes full of tears. "I am so sorry, DJ. Now I know why you did not want to tell us." He stopped her before she could continue.

"No, Twi. I'm sorry. I wanted to keep you all from the evil of my world and I brought it here. Just don't let anypony else know, ok? Not even Celestia and Luna should know about this. This evil had no real reason or explanation and I don't want any you to bear this guilt. There was nothing anyone could have done to stop it. *Sigh* Just forget everything I told you and, if you must, don't tell Rarity until after Fashion Week. She shouldn't have this knowledge burden her at this moment. Ok?" Twilight released herself from him and looked him right in his eyes. She nodded, tears still shining in her big, beautiful eyes. DJ looked to the others and they all agreed.

DJ embraced his love once again. "It's okay, Twilight. It's okay."

"I know DJ," she said between sobs as tears began streaming from her face. "But, I think I understand now why you said you wanted away from your world. Those atrocities should never happen anywhere. I am so sorry that you had to live in a world like that. It must have been terrible!"

"Stuff like that was rare, but not unheard of. It wasn't the worst life, but it was one I would rather not repeat or return to. This is my home now Twilight. Right by your side, surrounded by friends who genuinely care about me. That is what I have always dreamed about and it's finally coming true. This is my paradise." Tears were forming in his eyes, but they were the tears of joy that he had been keeping from them for months. The others trotted towards the pair and it led to a great big group hug. "Alright, everypony. I think that is enough sad time. Rarity won't be back for a few more hours, so why don't we go sight seeing? There's no reason for any of us to be sad. This is Rarity's week and gosh darn is she gonna have the best Fashion Week of her life."

The others were still a little upset, but agreed to the human's terms and they went to see the sights of the big city. When they returned, they found Rarity upset and were inducted as her impromptu dress makers, since her fashions were taken. Rarity practically became a slave driver and each one of them were having doubts about promising to help her with her new designs, no matter what.

Of course everything went fine after a while, just like how things should be. Apologies all around, except from the mare who stole Rarity's designs. Well, buck her! No pony needs a mare like that around. They all returned to Ponyville a few days later, well rested and excitement to return to their normal lives. DJ decided to check up on Rarity once he was unpacked. As he walked by Carousel Boutique, he looked into the window to see if Rarity was home. She was and she was placing that rainbow colored thread spool that had been gifted to her with the others of her collection, each on a color of her friends. DJ smirked at this, she really cares about them, doesn't she? She turned and walked away from the threads. DJ was about to walk away, but he noticed something. The new spool of thread suddenly flashed with a rainbow light. Just like in the episode, does it have something to do with that chest from the season premiere? A key, perhaps? He walked back to the library, deep in thought. DJ decided not to let Twilight know, not yet at least. Somehow, I got a feeling that something's gonna happen soon. Well, I better keep training if I am gonna keep my promises. Those six ain't facing anything evil without me, not anymore. He smirked at this thought as he opened the door to his home.

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Meanwhile in Canterlot, there was a strange sound coming from a set of bushes near the castle. Some of the ponies nearby noticed and approached them with caution. Suddenly a strange ape like creature stood from behind the bushes. It looked around and noticed the civilians around it and a smile grew on it's face. "OMG! PONIES!"

It spoke and many of the upper class ponies screamed in fear, others in disgust. Some ran for the guards, who appeared only moments later. The guards were shocked at the creature that they saw. Upon arrival, they found that the strange being was berating the ponies around. They only caught a little of it. "...rude. That's what you are! You see something new and you just call it disgusting and horrendous. What kind of greeting is that."

The rookie guard with them got spooked and hit the creature in the back of the head with his spear. It went out like a light. The veterans just shook their heads at the rookie's actions, but decided that it would be much easier to drag this creature into holding with it unconscious. They picked it up and dragged it away, each guard having the same thought. Things are about to get interesting around here.